Your Mercedes or VW could get hacked via Bluetooth
Cars are computers too, especially any car made in the last decade or so. And that means that they’re vulnerable to some of the same kind of hacking issues that affect computers, if not so…
AI chatbot’s simple ‘123456’ password risked exposing personal data of millions of McDonald’s job applicants
Security researchers found that they could access the personal information of 64 million people who had applied for a job at McDonald’s, in large part by logging into the company’s AI job hiring chatbot with…
Redditor tricks ChatGPT into giving Windows 7 keys with grandma story
Every now and then, you hear strange stories of people trying to trick ChatGPT. Sometimes they threaten the AI; other times they invent absurd scenarios to get content ChatGPT is programmed not to deliver. One…
Add a whopping 4TB to your Mac with this incredible Samsung T7 deal
Upgrading your Apple gear with extra storage can cost a lot, so getting a portable SSD instead makes a lot more sense. The fantastic Samsung T7 is currently on sale for Prime Day, and you…
Razer mice are up to 47% off for Prime Day, but not for long
Yes, it’s still Prime Day–day four and the final one–so we figured it was time to cover some amazing mice deals, too. After all, everyone deserves an upgrade now and then. Razer DeathAdder Dominic Bayley…
Should you use a VPN while gaming? Know the pros and cons
VPNs, or virtual private networks, are versatile privacy tools that can enhance your online experience. They are very effective at helping you optimize your online privacy and security while also opening up location-restricted streaming content.…
Level up your setup with this 380Hz Asus monitor for just $255
If you’re looking to pick up a blazing fast monitor, you’re in luck, because this blazing fast 27-inch Asus ROG Strix IPS monitor is down to its best price ever–$255.55 on Amazon. This is a…
PerfektBlue Bluetooth Vulnerabilities Expose Millions of Vehicles to Remote Code Execution
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a set of four security flaws in OpenSynergy’s BlueSDK Bluetooth stack that, if successfully exploited, could allow remote code execution on millions of transport vehicles from different vendors. The vulnerabilities, dubbed…
I just discovered Slack has reminders and it’s blowing my mind
Hey, all! For today’s Try This tech tip I’m focusing on Slack. Slack is one program that’s become an essential part of my working day. Unlike some chat programs, it’s a cinch to navigate and…
The Full Nerd: What is the future of the desktop PC?
Welcome to The Full Nerd newsletter—your weekly dose of hardcore hardware talk from the enthusiasts at PCWorld. Missed the hot topics on our YouTube show or latest burning issues from across the web? We’ve got…